It's every nature lover's worst nightmare: one moment you're enjoying a long hike or a lengthy hunting trip, and the next the unthinkable happens and you or your companion is dealing with a serious injury. However, preparation is one of the best wilderness first aid skills you can have. Here are a few things to consider when stocking your first aid kit.
Whether you're just heading into the woods for a day or several weeks, it's good to have the essentials on hand. These include bandages, disinfectant, rash cream, sun lotion, bug spray, and more. Other supplies may vary depending on your excursion. For example, if you're going fishing, having something to help you remove hooks and retreat the wound can do wonders for preventing infection. These basic packs are typically very small and easy to pack in a backpack or duffel bag.
Whether you're just heading into the woods for a day or several weeks, it's good to have the essentials on hand. These include bandages, disinfectant, rash cream, sun lotion, bug spray, and more. Other supplies may vary depending on your excursion. For example, if you're going fishing, having something to help you remove hooks and retreat the wound can do wonders for preventing infection. These basic packs are typically very small and easy to pack in a backpack or duffel bag.
